The Diomede Islands are two small, rocky islands located in the Bering Strait between Alaska and Siberia.
They are separated by the International Date Line, which means that Big Diomede is almost a day ahead of Little Diomede. The islands are home to a small population of indigenous people, and they are also important for their wildlife.
Here are some key facts about the Diomede Islands:
- Location: Bering Strait, between Alaska and Siberia
- Distance: About 2.5 miles (4 km) apart
- Size: Big Diomede is larger than Little Diomede
- Population: Small, mostly indigenous people
- Wildlife: Home to various bird and marine species
- International Date Line: Separates the two islands, making Big Diomede almost a day ahead of Little Diomed